Q101. What is the brand name for Gabapentin?
A brand name for gabapentin is Neurontin and it is classified as an anticonvulsant. Gabapentin is indicated for the treatment of postherpetic neuralgia, as well as partial seizures and Ggbapentin oral capsules are available in 100 mg, 300 mg, and 400 mg.
Q102. What is the brand name for Gemfibrozil?
The brand name for gemfibrozil is Lopid and it is classified as a fibrate. Gemfibrozil is available in 600 mg oral tablets and the most appropriate administration of gemfibrozil is twice daily 30 minutes before breakfast and dinner.
Q103. What is the brand name for Glimepiride?
The brand name for glimepiride is Amaryl and it is classified as an antidiabetic. Glimepiride is available as an oral tablet and the most appropriate administration of glimepiride is once daily with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.
Q104. What is the brand name for Glipizide?
The brand name for glipizide is Glucotrol and it is classified as a sulfonylurea. Glipizide should not be used with combination with a meglitinide due to their similar mechanism of action.
Q105. What is the brand name for Glyburide?
A brand name for glyburide is Micronase and it is classified as an antidiabetic. Glyburide should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the risk of prolonged hypoglycemia.
Q106. What is the brand name for Guanfacine?
A brand name for guanfacine is Intuniv and it is classified as an alpha2-agonist. Guanfacine is indicated for the treatment of ADHD. Extended-release guanfacine tablets should be not be taken with a high-fat meal due to increased absorption.
Q107. What is the brand name for Guaifenesin-codeine?
A brand name for guaifenesin-codeine is Cheratussin AC and is a combination of an expectorant and an antitussive. Guaifenesin-codeine is available as an oral solution and it belongs to DEA Schedule V.
Q108. What is the brand name for Haloperidol?
The brand name for haloperidol is Haldol and it is classified as an antipsychotic. Haloperidol decanoate is typically administered once a month. Tardive dyskinesia is a potential adverse effect of haloperidol that can be irreversible.
Q109. What is the brand name for Hydralazine?
A brand name for hydralazine is Apresoline and it is classified as a vasodilator. Among other adverse effects, hydralazine may cause Lupus-like syndrome.
Q110. What is the brand name for Hydrochlorothiazide?
A brand name for hydrochlorothiazide is Microzide and it is classified as a diuretic. Among other adverse effects, hydrochlorothiazide may cause hypomagnesemia, hyponatremia, hypokalemia, and hypercalcemia. Hydrochlorothiazide is a sulfonamide derivative and is contraindicated in patients that are allergic to sulfonamides.
Q111. What is the brand name for Hydrocortisone?
A brand name for hydrocortisone is Westcort and it is classified as a corticosteroid. Steroid rosacea, acne, and skin atrophy are local side effects of hydrocortisone that are reversible. Striae is a local side effect of hydrocortisone that is irreversible.
Q112. What is the brand name for Hydromorphone?
A brand name for hydromorphone is Dilaudid. It is classified as an opioid analgesic and it belongs to DEA Schedule II.
Q113. What is the brand name for Hydroxyzine?
A brand name for hydroxyzine is Atarax and it is classified as an antihistamine. Among other indications, hydroxyzine is indicated for the treatment of pruritis.
Q114. What is the brand name for Hyoscyamine?
A brand name for hyoscyamine is Levsin and it is classified as an anticholinergic. Among other indications, hyoscyamine is indicated for the treatment of IBS.
Q115. What is the brand name for Ibandronate?
The brand name for ibandronate is Boniva and it is classified as a bisphosphonate. Ibandronate is available in 150 mg oral tablets and it may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Q116. What is the brand name for Ibuprofen?
A brand name for ibuprofen is Motrin and it is classified as an NSAID. The highest daily recommended prescription dose of ibuprofen for adults is 3,200 mg. Pregnant women should avoid the use of ibuprofen, particularly during the third trimester, due to the risk of premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus.
Q117. What is the brand name for Imiquimod?
A brand name for imiquimod is Aldara and it is classified as an immune modulator and is available as a topical cream. Imiquimod is indicted for the treatment of genital warts, actinic keratosis, and superficial basal cell carcinoma. Imiquimod is not indicated for the treatment of psoriasis.
Q118. What is the brand name for Indomethacin?
A brand name for indomethacin is Indocin and it is classified as an NSAID. Among other conditions, indomethacin is indicated for the treatment of pain associated with acute gout, howver it is not indicated for the treatment of pain associated with migraines, fibromyalgia, or muscle spasms.
Q119. What is the brand name for Insulin aspart?
A brand name for insulin aspart is Novolog and it is a rapid-acting insulin.
Q120. What is the brand name for Insulin detemir?
A brand name for insulin detemir is Levemir FlexTouch and it is a long-acting insulin. Pens or vials of insulin detemir that are in use can be stored at room temperature for 42 days.
Q121. What is the brand name for Insulin glargine?
A brand name for insulin glargine is Lantus. It is a long-acting insulin and it is typically dosed once a day.
Q122. What is the brand name for Insulin lispro?
A brand name for insulin lispro is Humalog and it is a rapid-acting insulin. Patients should rotate injection sites when administering insulin, such as insulin lispro, to prevent lipohypertrophy.
Q123. What is the brand name for Ipratropium?
A brand name for ipratropium is Atrovent HFA and it is classified as an anticholinergic. Among other conditions, ipratropium is indicated for the treatment of COPD.
Q124. What is the brand name for Irbesartan?
The brand name for irbesartan is Avapro and it is classified as an antihypertensive. Patients receiving irbesartan should have their potassium levels monitored as it can cause hyperkalemia.
Q125. What is the brand name for Ketoconazole?
A brand name for ketoconazole is Nizoral and it is classified as an antifungal. In addition to other dosage forms, topical ketoconazole is available as a cream, shampoo, and foam. however it is not available as a solution.
Q126. What is the brand name for Labetalol?
A brand name for labetalol is Trandate and it is classified as an antihypertensive. Labetalol blocks alpha1-, beta1-, and beta2-receptors, however it does not block alpha2-receptors.
Q127. What is the brand name for Lansoprazole?
The brand name for lansoprazole is Prevacid and it is classified as a PPI. Among other vitamins and minerals, lansoprazole can affect the absorption of calcium, vitamin B12, and magnesium. Lansoprazole does not affect the absorption of vitamin A.
Q128. What is the brand name for Latanoprost?
The brand name for latanoprost is Xalatan and it is classified as a prostaglandin analog. Latanoprost is indicated for the treatment of glaucoma and after opening, latanoprost may be stored at room temperature for 6 weeks.
Q129. What is the brand name for Letrozole?
The brand name for letrozole is Femara and it is classified as an aromatase inhibitor. Letrozole is indicated for the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Q130. What is the brand name for Levalbuterol?
The brand name for levalbuterol is Xopenex and it is classified as a beta2-agonist. Levalbuterol is indicated for the treatment of asthma and among other adverse effects, levalbuterol may cause tremor, tachycardia, hyperglycemia, and cough.
Q131. What is the brand name for Levofloxacin?
A brand name for levofloxacin is Levaquin and it is classified as an antibiotic. Levofloxacin is available in 250 mg, 500 mg, and 750 mg oral tablets, but it is not available in 1,000 mg oral tablets. Among other medications, antacids can decrease the absorption of levofloxacin.
Q132. What is the brand name for topical Lidocaine?
A brand name for topical lidocaine is Lidoderm and it is classified as an analgesic. Lidocaine topical patches should be removed after 12 hours to prevent tolerance. No more than 3 patches should be applied at one time and the patches should not be covered with a heating pad or electric blanket. Lidocaine patches can be cut into smaller pieces. Lidocaine topical patches should be used with caution when used concomitantly with class I antiarrhythmics due to additive and potentially synergistic toxic effects
Q133. What is the brand name for Liraglutide?
A brand name for liraglutide is Victoza and is classified as a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Liraglutide is available as a subcutaneous solution and has a black box warning regarding the risk of thyroid C-cell tumors.
Q134. What is the brand name for Lisinopril?
A brand name for lisinopril is Prinivil and it is classified as an ACE inhibitor. Among other adverse effects, lisinopril may cause dizziness, hyperkalemia, angioedema, and cough.
Q135. What is the brand name for Lorazepam?
The brand name for lorazepam is Ativan and it is classified as a benzodiazepine. Lorazepam is available in 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg oral tablets. Lorazepam is not available in 0.25 mg oral tablets and among other conditions, lorazepam is indicated for the treatment of anxiety.
Q136. What is the brand name for Losartan?
The brand name for losartan is Cozaar and it is classified as an ARB. Losartan should be avoided in women who are pregnant due to the risk of birth defects.
Q137. What is the brand name for Lovastatin?
A brand name for lovastatin is Mevacor and it is classified as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Lovastatin is available in 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg oral tablets, but it is not available in 30 mg oral tablets.
Q138. What is the brand name for Lurasidone?
The brand name for lurasidone is Latuda and it is classified as an antipsychotic. Lurasidone is available as an oral tablet and among other adverse effects, lurasidone may cause nausea, weight gain, akathisia, and hyperglycemia.
Q139. What is the brand name for Meclizine?
A brand name for meclizine is Antivert and it is classified as an antihistamine and it is available as an oral tablet. Among other conditions, meclizine should be used with caution in patients with BPH because it will worsen BPH symptoms and make it more difficult to urinate.
Q140. What is the brand name for Meloxicam?
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A brand name for meloxicam is Mobic and it is classified as an NSAID and the maximum daily dose for meloxicam oral tablets is 15 mg.
Q141. What is the brand name for Metaxalone?
A brand name for metaxalone is Skelaxin. It is classified as a skeletal muscle relaxant and its available as an oral tablet.
Q142. What is the brand name for Metformin?
A brand name for metformin is Glucophage and it is classified as a biguanide. Metformin has a black box warning regarding the risk of lactic acidosis and can decrease the absorption of vitamin B12.
Q143. What is the brand name for Metoprolol?
A brand name for metoprolol is Lopressor and it is classified as an antihypertensive and it blocks beta1-receptors. Metoprolol should be tapered when discontinuing chronic therapy to reduce the risk of ischemic syndromes, such as exacerbation of angina and myocardial infarction.
Q144. What is the brand name for Mirtazapine?
The brand name for mirtazapine is Remeron and it is classified as an antidepressant. In addition to other adverse effects, mirtazapine may cause weight gain, dry mouth, drowsiness, and increased appetite.
Q145. What is the brand name for Modafinil?
The brand name for modafinil is Provigil and it is classified as a CNS stimulant and it belongs to DEA Schedule IV. Modafinil is indicated for the treatment of narcolepsy, shift-work sleep disorder, and obstructive sleep apnea, however it is not indicated for the treatment of jet lag.
Q146. What is the brand name for Mometasone?
A brand name for mometasone is Nasonex and it is classified as a corticosteroid. The most appropriate dosing of mometasone when used for allergic rhinitis is two sprays in each nostril once daily.
Q147. What is the brand name for Montelukast?
The brand name for montelukast is Singulair and is classified as a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Montelukast is indicated for the treatment of asthma and is available in 4 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg oral tablets, but its not available in 12 mg oral tablets.
Q148. What is the brand name for Morphine?
A brand name for morphine is MS Contin and it is classified as an opioid analgesic. Tolerance usually develops for some of the adverse effects of morphine, such as sedation, nausea, and respiratory depression. Tolerance to constipation caused by opioid analgesics generally does not occur.
Q149. What is the brand name for Moxifloxacin?
A brand name for moxifloxacin is Avelox. It is classified as a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and it is available in 400 mg oral tablets.
Q150. What is the brand name for Mupirocin?
A brand name for mupirocin is Bactroban and it is classified as an antibiotic. Mupirocin is available as a topical ointment, as well as a topical cream.